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  "abstract": "BackgroundFear of falling may limit mobility in older adults, particularly during winter. Pragmatic, community-based interventions are needed to support safe, sustainable walking.\n\nObjectiveTo assess the feasibility and acceptability of a co-created intervention (MABIDA) promoting utilitarian and recreational walking among older adults.\n\nMethodFifty-two older adults with fear of falling participated in a 12-week group intervention (summer/winter) consisting of one 60-minute supervised walking session/week, incorporating exercises. Walking group level was assessed using a subjective decisional tree.\n\nResultsForty-one participants (73.3{+/-}5.7years) completed the study (dropout: winter only). Retention and adherence exceeded 75%. Intervention settings were considered appropriate ([≥]81%). The decisional tree correctly classified 72% of participants. Participants reported satisfaction (82%) and enjoyment (81%). No differences were observed between seasons or walking groups (p>0.05). Group walking was the main facilitator (59%), while weather was the main barrier (17%).\n\nConclusionMABIDA appears feasible, acceptable, and adapted across seasons and walking speed profiles.",
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      "name": "M. Laliberte"
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      "name": "M. Aubertin-Leheudre"
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  "doi": "10.64898/2026.09.03.26361963",
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  "published": "2026-09-03",
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  "title": "Feasibility & Acceptability of a co-created pragmatic walkability program to promote mobility in older adults with fear of falling: A question of season and mobility profile?",
  "title_text": "Feasibility & Acceptability of a co-created pragmatic walkability program to promote mobility in older adults with fear of falling: A question of season and mobility profile?",
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